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Three people have been killed and at least nine others sustained injuries in Ukraine's latest attack on the border territory of Russia of Belgorod, as reported by its governor.

The loss of life took place following a strike on the village of Maslova Pristan in the early hours of Wednesday, sources confirmed. Emergency workers were persisting in looking for people potentially caught under rubble.

For the third day in a row that Ukraine has targeted the region, resulting in many individuals lacking electricity and at least two other people fatally injured.

Wave of Assaults Result in Destruction

Wednesday's series of drone and missile attacks destroyed residences, transportation and energy systems in multiple districts of Belgorod, according to official statements.

Sources published pictures from the area depicting a sports centre with its roof and walls destroyed, and said that response teams were clearing debris and evaluating the destruction.

In the close-by settlement of Moshchenoye, half a dozen persons - comprising a minor - were injured when missile and drone targeted transportation, while an individual sustained injuries when a car was hit in Masychevo.

Electrical Failures Impact Numerous

The strikes follow 48 hours of comparable strikes that have resulted in power outages and structural damage in the city of Belgorod and nearby regions.

Nearly 40,000 residents were affected by power cuts across multiple districts, per information from government sources.

Wider Situation of Hostilities

Ukrainian forces have significantly escalated the number of attacks directed at Russian oil refineries in recent months, sparking fuel shortages and expense hikes in certain Russian regions.

At least 21 of Russia's 38 major refineries - at locations transforming oil into practical energy sources like automotive fuels - have been hit since January, substantially exceeding as across the previous year.

Continuing Conflict

At the same time, assaults from Russia against Ukraine are continuing. Ukraine's air force said on Wednesday its protective measures destroyed or took out 154 aerial vehicles, but 22 struck targets in 11 locations.

Remnants of downed aircraft ignited flames and harm to public facilities.

No fewer than five individuals were fatally injured recently when Russia sent over 50 ballistic missiles and approximately five hundred unmanned aircraft into nine regions across Ukraine.

Electrical Facilities Under Threat

The leader of Ukraine says Russia is once more attacking Ukrainian electrical facilities prior to the winter months and has announced new funding to repair damaged facilities and develop a backup supply of components to reestablish energy.

"Regardless of numerous difficulties, we need to assist the areas presently experiencing the toughest situation," he said.